France player ratings vs Belgium: That's more like it, Ousmane Dembele! PSG star hits back at critics with electrifying display against Kevin De Bruyne & Co

Ousmane Dembele was the star of the show as France beat Belgium 2-1 in the UEFA Nations League semi-final.

The Barcelona winger was a constant threat down the right flank and set up the winning goal for Kylian Mbappe with a brilliant cross. It was a performance that will have silenced his critics and proved that he is still one of the most exciting young players in the world.

Here are our player ratings for France vs Belgium:

Hugo Lloris - 7/10

Made a couple of good saves, but was let down by his defence for Belgium's goal.

Jules Kounde - 6/10

Had a solid game at right-back and coped well with the threat of Eden Hazard.

Raphael Varane - 7/10

Was the best of France's three centre-backs and made a number of important interceptions.

Presnel Kimpembe - 5/10

Was caught out of position for Belgium's goal and struggled at times against Michy Batshuayi.

Lucas Hernandez - 6/10

Had a quiet game at left-back but was solid defensively.

Aurelien Tchouameni - 7/10

Was excellent in midfield and broke up a number of Belgium attacks.

Eduardo Camavinga - 6/10

Was less effective than Tchouameni but still made a contribution to the win.

Ousmane Dembele - 8/10

Was the best player on the pitch and set up the winning goal with a brilliant cross.

Antoine Griezmann - 6/10

Had a quiet game but still showed some nice touches.

Kylian Mbappe - 7/10

Scored the winning goal and was a constant threat to the Belgium defence.

Karim Benzema - 5/10

Had a quiet game and was replaced by Olivier Giroud in the second half.

Conclusion

France produced a much-improved performance to beat Belgium and reach the final of the UEFA Nations League. Ousmane Dembele was the star of the show and proved that he is still one of the most exciting young players in the world. France will now face Spain in the final on Sunday.